Summary
House Democrats are urging Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick to resign or face expulsion after the House Ethics Committee found her guilty of multiple charges, including financial misconduct. The committee plans to meet in mid-April to discuss further actions, while Cherfilus-McCormick maintains her innocence and remains focused on serving her constituents.
Key Facts
- Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces 27 charges, with 25 proven by the House Ethics Committee.
- She is accused of laundering $5 million in government disaster relief funds for her campaign.
- Several Democrats have publicly stated she should resign or be expelled.
- The Ethics Committee will meet in mid-April to recommend possible actions, such as fines, censure, or expulsion.
- Cherfilus-McCormick is also under federal indictment but asserts her innocence.
- Many lawmakers expressed discomfort with her continued presence in Congress.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will comment further after the Ethics Committee's process is complete.
